Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2026

1. Introduction

Southern Stock (Pty) Ltd (“Southern Stock”, “we”, “our” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting all personal, business and operational information collected through our website, digital platforms, cloud systems and technology services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, secure and protect information in accordance with South African legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

2. Information We Collect

Southern Stock may collect personal and business information including:

  • Full names and contact details
  • Email addresses and phone numbers
  • Business/company information
  • Project requirements and service requests
  • Technical information and analytics
  • Cloud, cybersecurity or platform requirements
  • Career application information

3. POPIA Compliance

Southern Stock processes personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”). We process personal information lawfully, fairly and transparently while maintaining reasonable safeguards to protect against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

We commit to only collecting personal information necessary for legitimate business purposes, technology service delivery, regulatory compliance and communication with clients or partners.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use information for:

  • Software and PoC development services
  • Cybersecurity and cloud service support
  • Technical consultation
  • Client onboarding and project management
  • Responding to enquiries
  • Recruitment and careers processing
  • Platform security and fraud prevention

5. Data Security

Southern Stock implements commercially reasonable security measures to safeguard data, including secure cloud systems, access control, monitoring and cybersecurity practices designed to reduce risks associated with data exposure and cyber threats.

6. Healthcare & Sensitive Information

Where Southern Stock supports healthcare-related digital systems, applications or medical platforms, we maintain strict confidentiality and industry-aligned handling procedures to protect sensitive operational information.

7. Your Rights Under POPIA

You may request access, correction, deletion or restriction of personal information held by Southern Stock, subject to legal and contractual obligations.

8. Contact Information

For privacy concerns or POPIA-related requests, contact:

Southern Stock (Pty) Ltd

📧 info@southernstock.co.za

📍 South Africa